Compare performance (204 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 16900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Skoda Fabia?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Skoda Fabia has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16900 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13971 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV3 has a to a small extent edge – offering 204 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Fabia performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 228 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 58 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV3 pulls somewhat stronger with 283 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 33 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Skoda Fabia is decisively lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 657 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers to a small extent more room – 460 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 performs slight better – up to 1251 L, which is about 61 L more than the Skoda Fabia.
When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 minimal takes the win – 470 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.
The Kia EV3 proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.
detailsThe Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.
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Price
30800 - 41700 £
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Price
16900 - 30500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
112 - 126 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
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Curb weight
1143 - 1278 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
380 L
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Length
4300 - 4310 mm
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Length
4108 - 4137 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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Height
1560 - 1570 mm
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Height
1458 - 1461 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1251 L
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Max trunk capacity
1190 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
402 - 437 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
80 - 177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 228 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
93 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
59 - 130 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Skoda
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The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.